Abstract
Following earlier theoretical work in which it was shown that the widely accepted flash point for formic acid is in significant error, this was checked using a modem closed-cup flash point measurement facility. Results obtained are at odds with the previously reported value but in excellent agreement with predictive calculations. A 'by-product' of the work is that non-propagating flame kernels were reproducibly observed a few degrees below the flash point. (C) 2002 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 241-243 |
| Number of pages | 2 |
| Journal | Journal of Loss Prevention in the Process Industries |
| Volume | 15 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2002 |
Keywords
- formic acid
- flash point
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A reappraisal of the flash point of formic acid. / Godefroy, J.; Jones, John Clifford.
In: Journal of Loss Prevention in the Process Industries, Vol. 15, 2002, p. 241-243.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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AB - Following earlier theoretical work in which it was shown that the widely accepted flash point for formic acid is in significant error, this was checked using a modem closed-cup flash point measurement facility. Results obtained are at odds with the previously reported value but in excellent agreement with predictive calculations. A 'by-product' of the work is that non-propagating flame kernels were reproducibly observed a few degrees below the flash point. (C) 2002 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.
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JO - Journal of Loss Prevention in the Process Industries
JF - Journal of Loss Prevention in the Process Industries
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